Middle Childhood and the Tweens

Our child psychologists in Gosforth provide support and therapy for children in middle childhood and the tween years. This stage is often when emotional, behavioural, and developmental challenges begin to surface including anxiety, low self-esteem, eating disorders, bullying, and early signs of depression. Many young people today also experience distress linked to social media pressures and online exposure. We are seeing increasing numbers of referrals of children who are experiencing psychological distress as a result of bullying via social media and exposure to adult material for example and schools who are unable to cope.

Nearly 40% of 6 to 16 years olds experienced deterioration in mental health since 2017 (NHS Digital, 2020.

What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based therapy which can help to reduce distress and improve your ability to function.

CBT can be used with school-aged children and youth with a stronger focus on behaviour so can be used with children aged 4 and above. CBT helps children and youth become more aware of their thoughts, actions and feelings so they can view difficult situations more clearly and respond more effectively.

CBT is an effective treatment for a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, low self-esteem, anger problems, obsessive compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder and symptoms

Research has shown that children and youth experiencing anxiety and depression are less likely to relapse when treated with CBT.

If you would like to know more about how My Family Psychologist can help, call us on 07801 079555 or email luisa@myfamilypsychologist.com